Anyone else here after deleting their Mumsnet account?

Clearly for the actual children then they will be more damaged with real images than AI generated. The question is will it lead to more or less abuse.

I went onto MN yesterday after a friend had warned me about what had happened and deleted my account. It’s so horrible and vile.

BBC is now reporting on it. www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93qw3lw4kvo

I was on mumsnet Sunday and thankfully I did not see it. Its disgusting.

I’m not a subscriber to Mumsnet, I just dip in when I wake up early sometimes. I noticed early this morning that it was not possible for new members to join, which I think might be one of the changes made by the mods - only accepting new subscribers when they are in the office , presumably so they can check them out. That is positive if it is what’s happened so far.

I'd just created an account as there was a particular thread I wanted/needed to join.

I still do, so will be having a look later.

I read a thread last night ( tinder dates) and others.
It was one of the funniest threads ever.
I was trying to read some of them to Mr P but I couldn’t even speak. I was howling with laughter 😂

I had to stop reading the tinder dates one as I found some of the details disgusting.
I didn't find it particularly funny.
But there are still lots of threads that I do find worth reading on MN.
I don't quite understand why people delete their accounts.
You don't need an account to read the threads only to contribute.
Same as on here.
Why not just stop reading them pro tem and keep your options open.
Or is isome kind of protest signal to MNHQ ?

I looked at MN last night and read that no images are allowed to be on atm which is a good thing after what happened.

theworriedwell

Clearly for the actual children then they will be more damaged with real images than AI generated. The question is will it lead to more or less abuse.

I’d speculate more, not less. There’s some research about those children sized dolls leading users to progress to real children. That’s the thing, sex offenders, like other addicts, escalate

Until reading this, I wasn't aware of the Mumsnet problem. It wouldn't stop me looking at Mumsnet because I think some of the threads are very interesting and posters can provide a slightly different perspective on issues than posters here. I hasten to add I like Gransnet too!

Unfortunately this sort of thing can happen on many sites but I hope Mumsnet can make the site safer.

I've got pop-ups on here inviting me to sign up to Mumsnet.

Perhaps a lot of members have deleted their accounts.

But you don't have to sign up to read MN.
Or GN.
Anyone anywhere can read it completely anonymously.
It concerns me sometimes that people put such a lot of detail about their lives which could identify them.

Mumsnet are now making you pay or accept ads/cookies.

The Premium option’s been there for some time. I’m okay with the free version as there aren’t many ads anyway.

Usually I'd be saying, "Flippin eck, I miss everything, what have I missed this time?'
But I'm actually very glad to have missed those!!!

I sure hope they can deal with this properly.

I used to belong to Mumsnet as this came before Gransnet.However, the format was changed and not for the better. Fortunately Gransnet has remained the same. At first I found Gransnet to be bland and not that interesting. Now it knocks spots off Mumsnet and covers a broader interest platform.

I'd like to know how to delete my account with Gransnet please. Does anyone know.

I'm not a member of Mumsnet but I do read the threads because it's interesting to see what is happening in other people's lives. I'm glad I missed this. I know it happens and thinking about it is bad enough without seeing actual pictures.

What a shame that some sick individual ruins it for all of us and we cannot post photos on here anymore. I used to like looking at the odd photo of people’s handiwork or pets.

I suppose this is why GN has taken away the post photo option for the time being?

People are horrible

It sounds like they're having spam problems - probably need to upgrade the software and have better spam filters. Sounds awful!

Article about it here

www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93qw3lw4kvo

Tiley

I'd like to know how to delete my account with Gransnet please. Does anyone know.

I think you go on to My Gransnet at the bottom of the page and it is an option.

Oh, here we go.

Invitations to join Mumsnet again 😁